21 Sep 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1938
Page
1
The Coech Cabinet remained in session at 1 30 pm and denied that the Anglo French plan had been accepted. A settlement depends on negotiations underway between powers for a general European peace. Early Czech signals of provisional acceptance prompted a Europe wide lull awaiting an official Czech statement after the cabinet meeting.
Prague reports suggest Czechoslovak government may accept Britain and France plan for secession of parts to Germany. Cabinet met five hours seeking details, drawing bitter reproach at home and among British public, while Prague debates resistance against Germany amid looming German pressure. Chamberlain to visit Hitler again to seek clarification and new proposals.
Arm clashes at the Czech border involve volunteers firing grenades and machine guns against Czech troops who defend trenches and burn a customs house. Reports from Bucharest flag rising anxiety in Romania over possible Czech fate, with discussions of neutrality versus joining democracies.
Reported European tensions center on Sudeten refugees and Czech defenses as discussions with Britain and France move toward possible military or diplomatic action. Prague reports fear of German demands and potential reoccupation of parts of Czechoslovakia without plebiscite, with public opinion divided.
A mangled report shows rates and plans involving Liogde and overseas princes, with references to Australia, New Zen land, and Gwalior. It describes defense funding, labor proposals, and a homeward voyage. The piece mentions the Free Corps, a Munich correspondent, and troop movements toward the frontier amid Polish Silesia unrest.
Prague dispatch notes Czech opinion resistes any plan by Britain and France to appease Germany. Leaders warn that capitulation would invite further coercion and threaten independence as press and governments weigh responses. Western and Allied voices debate strategy and risks of escalation.
Fragmentary report notes Hitler arguing a demand must be met by September 20. The piece warns that responsible opinion predicts imminent events in Europe in the coming days, with implications for the unfolding crisis.
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